1959 MG MGA vs. 1973 Skoda 110 L
To start off, 1973 Skoda 110 L is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 MG MGA would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 MG MGA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 MG MGA (106 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1973 Skoda 110 L. (43 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1973 Skoda 110 L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 MG MGA weights approximately 95 kg more than 1973 Skoda 110 L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1959 MG MGA (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Skoda 110 L. (69 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 MG MGA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Skoda 110 L.
Compare all specifications:
1959 MG MGA | 1973 Skoda 110 L | |
Make | MG | Skoda |
Model | MGA | 110 L |
Year Released | 1959 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2410 mm |